It’s every landlord’s nightmare come true.  You get a call from a tenant who is obviously very shaken and upset, saying their rental unit has been broken into. Apart from the loss of valuables which can be significant and may or may not be replaceable, it’s usually one of the most traumatic experiences in someone’s ..Read More

Landlords are often hesitant to rent to people with dogs for fear that, besides the damage dogs can do to properties by accidents on carpets, chewing on things or scratching doors, that the landlords may be liable if the tenant’s dog bites someone.  While every state handles dog bite laws a little differently.  In California ..Read More

Vaping is a relatively new trend. Most people still aren’t clear how smoking and vaping are similar and different that’s creating a lot of confusion for landlords in California where some of the strongest “Right to clean air” city ordinances exist.  Bottom line, landlords have the right to ban vaping just as they do other ..Read More

People pay with most things these days with credit cards, so why not pay rent this way too? The primary reasons people want to pay rent with a credit card is to get bonus cash back points. This is particularly true with new credit cards that have big sign-up bonuses if certain levels are met ..Read More

Updated 04/19/24 It happens all the time. A new boyfriend or girlfriend begins spending every night at your apartment rental. Someone down on their luck moves in sleeping on the couch while they try to get their life in order. Visiting relatives stay longer than expected. An elderly relative who needs help after a fall ..Read More

With California and several other states legalizing the recreational use of marijuana, many landlords are understandably confused by conflicting state and federal laws regarding its use, and if tenants with prescriptions for the medical use of marijuana entitles them to rights as a protected class under the Americans with Disabilities act. Whether you personally approve ..Read More

Tenants often ask if they can make improvements on the home or apartment they are renting. Painting interior walls is usually the most common request.  After all, they are going to be living there. Being flexible to keep good tenants is key to successful landlording. However, as simple as this request may sound, the fact ..Read More

As the legislative session for 2019 in California comes to a close, there are many new laws that will affect landlords. One legislation that stands out is AB1482 which is California’s statewide rent caps and just cause eviction law. You can find additional information on other important updates you should take into consideration for 2020, ..Read More

On the 22nd of November 2019, California Governor Gavin Newsom signed an executive order that extends all orders and provisions contained in the governor’s proclamations dated October 11, October 25, and October 27, 2019. “Executive order N-21-19 shall remain in full force and effect.” This executive order helps affected residents with housing needs by facilitating ..Read More

Did you know that one-third of California children cared for in a licensed setting are in family child care homes? This makes family child care an important source for parents looking for a home-like atmosphere, flexible hours and the convenience of location. This also makes it important for landlords to understand the legal bases of ..Read More